The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is a good ereader, but the few premium perks, like wireless charging and an auto-adjusting display, don’t quite justify the price leap from the standard Kindle Paperwhite. Still, upgrades to USB-C and a wider screen with thinner bezels are a good refresh for an ereader that hasn’t been updated since 2018.

Bigger screen area than predecessor; Longer battery life; USB-C is convenient;

Wireless charging is finicky; High price; Slow page turn speed

With its upgraded screen, longer battery life, USB-C and other small tweaks the Kindle Paperwhite for 2021 remains the sweet spot of the Kindle range and the wider eReader market.

Larger display with colour warmth; Longer battery life; USB-C; Shows Audible and Comixology content;

Content management still cumbersome;

I bought it for my granddaughter and she absolutely loves everything about it.

Far superior to the kindle 7 I previously had. This is easier to read and has more words on a page so less page turning.

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite remains the must-have ereader for those who don’t want to spend a lot of money on a gadget but also don’t want the most basic option out there. The introduction of USB-C and a larger battery are exciting, but it may not be worth upgrading if you own a relatively recent Amazon ereader.

Large and clear display; Switched to USB-C; Comfortable reading experience;

More expensive than previous models; Lacks wireless charging; Limited to Amazon’s store

Bigger is better with Amazon's 2021 Kindle Paperwhite ($139.99), which uses a new E Ink panel to show more words per page than its predecessor. While the prices of Paperwhite models have been slowly creeping up, this new version still offers the best mix of features at the right price for most readers, including a flat front panel and a waterpoof design. Along with its updated screen, these features help it remain our Editors' Choice award winner for ebook readers.Amazon's Kindle Lineup There are two-and-a-half ebook reader players in the US market, although others play bigger roles overseas. Amazon's Kindles dominate stateside. They're best for reading books from Amazon and work fine with titles from public libraries. For other sources and formats, there's Kobo. Barnes & Noble's Nook models also still exist, although the future of that lineup seems uncertain. Amazon has four E Ink Kindles in 2021, including the $89.99 Kindle, the $139.99 Paperwhite, the $189.99 Paperwhite Signatu...

Amazon's 2021 edition of the Kindle Paperwhite is similar to the excellent 2018 version, but adds a roomier screen that makes for an even better reading experience.

Larger screen shows more per page than previous generation; Water-resistant build; Flat-front design; Color-changing front light

No Immersion Reading mode